Brigity's Cross

Brigity's Cross (English Bride's Cross) is an isosceles cross traditionally woven of straw (or reed) in honor of the Irish saint Bridget.

It is very likely that there has never been such a person as St. Bridget - this could only be a cover for the cult of the Celtic goddess of the same name. In Celtic mythology, the goddess Brigida was the daughter of Dagda and the wife of Bres.

Crosses are traditionally made in Ireland on the feast of St. Bridget Kildare (February 1), which used to be celebrated as a pagan holiday (Imbolc). This holiday marks the beginning of spring and the end of winter.

The cross itself it's a kind of solar cross, it is woven mostly of straw or hay and embodies the customs that predate Christianity in Ireland. Many rituals are associated with this cross. Traditionally, they were placed on doors and windows, protect the house from damage.

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